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Equity Point Centric Hostel

An imposing hostel housed in a beautiful Modernist building on Barcelona’s glitzy Passeig de Gràcia, just a stone’s throw from Gaudi’s Casa Batlló and La Pedrera buildings and a gentle stroll into the Old Town. A sunny rooftop terrace boasts panoramic views, rivalling the neighbouring five-star hotels.

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£14per night

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Location

10/10

Equity Point Centric occupies a prime corner plot overlooking the boulevard of Passeig de Gràcia, where many of Barcelona’s most desirable fashion stores and restaurants are located. This privileged hostel sits shoulder-to-shoulder with the city’s most exclusive hotels and puts the very best of Barcelona within strolling distance.

Architectural marvels of Catalan Modernism, including Gaudi’s colourful Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, are located mere footsteps away. Plaça Catalunya, the heart of the city, is just five minutes away and leads to the main avenue of Las Ramblas. The nearest metro stop is a one-minute walk away, making it a breeze to explore the city and get to the airport.

Style & character

9/10

The hostel is housed in one of the Modernist buildings that Passeig de Gràcia is so well-known for. Its elegant façade features intricate stonework and colourful detailing — this isn’t your average hostel. Inside, the elegance continues with lofty ceilings and a sinuous staircase that spirals its way up seven floors to a large rooftop terrace. It feels grand and privileged, constantly reminding you that you are in one of the most beautiful cities on earth.

Service & facilities

8/10

The staff are professional and efficient, although they don’t particularly go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Interaction is limited. Even the process of buying a drink at the bar is automated: you pay at a machine and hand over your ticket. Quite a regimented experience.

Facilities are good however, with a huge lounge/dining area with multiple televisions, dining tables and sofas. Computers, free Wi-Fi and a sizeable meeting room are good for budget business travellers. The kitchen is well-equipped and there are decent laundry facilities. The star attraction however is the sunny rooftop terrace, which has its own bar and offers breathtaking views across the city.

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Rooms

8/10

The hostel’s 40 rooms are divided into four, six, eight or 12-bed dorms. There are also private rooms with en suite facilities. Dorms feature standard bunkbeds, air conditioning, lockers and shared bathrooms. Some have little balconies.

The private double, twin and family rooms are comfortable and feel more like a mid-priced hotel than a hostel. The en suite bathrooms are clean but a little clinical, although the furnished private balconies offer five-star living all the way. The cleaning staff do an excellent job throughout.

Food & drink

6/10

Breakfast is priced at €2 (£1.50) per person and includes a small selection of fruit, cereal and packaged pastries. Bread and condiments are also available, although the toaster is painfully slow and almost impossible to get to during the morning rush. The coffee and orange juice are barely palatable.

The bar offers cold drinks, beer and wine, although in the time it takes to work out how to order and pay at the machine you could walk to one of the many nearby bars, which are priced about the same.

Value for money

8/10

Beds available from €10 (£8) in low season; and from €22 (£19) in high season. Private rooms from €50 (£43) in low season; and from €70 (£60) in high season. Free Wi-Fi. Breakfast not included. Location considered, prices offer outstanding value for money.

Access for guests with disabilities?

Some facilities and rooms are adapted.

Family-friendly?

Children are welcome in private rooms only. Cots and cribs are available in the family rooms and children under the age of two stay for free.